Judicial Staff Attorney (13th Judicial Circuit)

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners • Tampa, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Thirteenth Judicial Circuit is seeking to fill a judicial staff attorney position in Tampa, Florida. The successful applicant will join a team of experienced staff attorneys in assisting state court circuit and county judges with legal research, drafting of proposed orders and other related assignments. The position is expected to be assigned to the Criminal Division assisting with both pretrial and post-conviction matters.

Requirements

• Excellent research, writing, proofreading and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize pending assignments
• Discretion, honesty and confidentiality in handling matters before the court
• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school or enrollment in the final semester or quarter of law school
• Must become a Florida Bar member within one year of the hire date if not a member at the time of hire

Nice To Haves

• Cover letter
• Résumé that includes law school class rank
• State of Florida employment application
• Recommendation letters

Responsibilities

• Assisting state court circuit and county judges with legal research
• Drafting of proposed orders
• Other related assignments
• Assisting with both pretrial and post-conviction matters

Benefits

• Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree